Electrical Engineer
Listed on 2026-01-15
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
Overview
R Electrical Engineer (Open)
Location:
Chicago Heights, IL (AMG) - On-site industrial - VSA
Airgas is Hiring for a Remote Electrical Engineer!
At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity. We are invested in cultivating a dynamic and inclusive culture.
We are looking for YOU!
Strong passion for fostering an environment of Diversity, Inclusion and Respect.
Experience with developing, contributing, and supporting Airgas' commitment to a World Class Service, exceeding customer expectations and building brand loyalty.
Pay Range: $,000/year + bonus
Travel: Up to 50%/0-10 days notice
Excellent Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, Vacation, Sick, Paid Holidays, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance and much more! Benefits Start after 30 days of employment
Recruiter: Nardia Francis /
Job Description SummaryThe Electrical Engineer is responsible for the operations and maintenance support of electrical power distribution systems, including high voltage substations, transformers, switch gear, motors, motor control centers, lighting, grounding, electrical wiring, and hazardous area classification.
- Lead and participate in electrical engineering activities that improve the reliability of Airgas assets and optimize maintenance costs
- Responsible for the operations and maintenance support of electrical power distribution systems, including high voltage substations, transformers, switch gear, motors, motor control centers, lighting, grounding, electrical wiring, and hazardous area classification.
- Manage/assist in analysis and ensure follow-up on predictive data (coordination studies, relay tests, thermography, PD testing, megger tests, oil gas analysis, etc.)
- Provide technical guidance to operating plants from a corporate level on Local, National, & International Codes, Standards, Policies, and Procedures
- Assist with engineering studies, incident investigations, audits and assists with preparing oral and written reports.
- Establish and maintain equipment condition assessment information for high yards and high voltage motors
- Provide technical assistance to field personnel in the areas of high voltage distribution equipment and high voltage motors
- Provide engineering assistance to other departments and perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.
- Provide technical input to assist in development of project planning.
- As Operations Representative, participate in the acceptance and operations phases of new Projects.
- Implement Smart Innovative Operations (SIO) Predict initiatives for electrical equipment at Airgas.
- Provides technical oversight and review of project engineering work performed by external resources in support of the development and implementation of small electrical projects.
- Actively participate in Root Cause Analyses (RCA)
- Take the lead in training, coaching, and mentoring field technicians and operations staff in the preventative maintenance and operation of electrical distribution and control systems.
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Required Qualifications- Understanding of medium/high voltage motors and distribution systems; at least 7,000 Voltage
- Working knowledge of electrical codes and standards such as IEC, ISA, NEC, IEEE, etc.
- Experience in the use of Microsoft Office applications and Google Suite of tools
- Ability to travel for extended periods of time (1 to 10 days), with little advance warning.
- Valid driver's license required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering
- 2 years of Electrical Engineering experience
- 2 years of Medium Voltage experience
- 5 years of Industrial Operations experience
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BenefitsWe care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.
We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the…
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